2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 Triumph Herald
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1961 Triumph Herald. (35 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1961 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Triumph Herald. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Triumph Herald. (69 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 Triumph Herald | |
Make | Buick | Triumph |
Model | Rendezvous | Herald |
Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3343 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |